Danish Frikadeller or Swedish Kottbullar Meatballs

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Danish Frikadeller or Swedish Kottbullar Meatballs for dinner tonight!
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup bread or 1/2 cup cracker crumb
1 cup cream ( optional ) or 1 cup half-and-half , 2/3 cup ( optional )
4 tablespoons butter , 1 tablespoon ( optional )
1 medium onion , minced
salt and black pepper
ground pork , veal , and beef or 1 1/2 lbs ground pork
1 1 pinch allspice or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons flour ( optional )
3/4 3/4 cup chicken stock , preferably homemade or 3/4 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
450
Sugar
3g
Fat
33g
Danish Frikadeller and Swedish Kottbullar are both popular meatball dishes in Scandinavian cuisine. Made with a combination of ground pork, veal, and beef, these meatballs are traditionally seasoned with allspice or ginger, and served with lingonberry sauce or gravy. They are a staple in many households due to their simplicity, versatility, and delicious taste. Whether served as an appetizer, snack, or main course, these meatballs are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a large bowl, mix together bread or cracker crumbs and cream or half-and-half until well combined.
3.In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced onion, and cook until translucent and fragrant.
4.Add the cooked onion to the bread mixture and mix in ground pork, veal, and beef.
5.Season with salt, black pepper, and allspice or ginger, and mix thoroughly.
6.Form meat mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
7.Place meatballs on a greased baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
8.In a small saucepan, whisk together flour and chicken stock or water until smooth.
9.Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a smooth gravy.
10.Serve meatballs warm, topped with gravy and your choice of sides.

PROS

These meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and easy to make.

They are a classic Scandinavian dish that is sure to please the whole family.

Plus, they can be customized to your liking with different spices and sauces.

CONS

These meatballs are high in fat and may not be the healthiest dinner option if consumed frequently.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these meatballs may not be the healthiest option, they do provide a good source of protein.
Pork, veal, and beef are all high in protein, iron, and zinc.

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